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Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Carlin or Cardi or Little Blue Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Pug Cardigan Welsh Corgi Australian Shepherd
OriginsChina flagChina Wales flagWales United States flagUnited States
Group Companion Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Carlin
Chinese Pug
Dutch Bulldog
Dutch Mastiff
Mini Mastiff
Mops
Cardi
Cardigan
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?
Small Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Male: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg), Female: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Male: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd? Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm) Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 11.5 inches (29 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$300-$500 $1000-$1300 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Cardigan Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?
Pug dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Pug dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average defenders.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd? Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Companionable
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Pug dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd?
High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:
Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Pug dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd?
Average: The Pug barks occasionally.
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Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?
Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.

Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?
Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pug bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cardigan Welsh Corgi bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Pug has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Pug dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd?
Very healthy dog breed.
Cardigan Welsh Corgis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Vaccination Sensitivity
Demodectic Mange
Distichiasis
Corneal Ulcers
Dry Eye
Hemi-vertebrae
Cheyletiella Dermatitis
Nerve Degeneration
Proptosis
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Staphylococcus Infection
Yeast Infection
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cystinuria
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Pug, Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd? Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:
Pug dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?
Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:
Fine Fine Feathered
Colors
What are the original Pug, Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Australian Shepherd color?
Black
Fawn
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
Red & White
Black & White
Brindle & White
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd? Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd? Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or {name3 shedding:
Pug dogs shed above average.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs shed above average.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd?

High 🔼

The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Pug is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?
Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?
Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd?
Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd?
No
Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cardigan Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Cardigan Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Pug or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd?

Not really

Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

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Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Pug and Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Australian Shepherd have?
2-4 puppies 4-7 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7

Pug vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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